🌟 Closing a Cycle as an Act of Self-Love 🌟

After talking about what it means to close a cycle, the signs that invite us to do so, the grief, the lessons, the forgiveness, the rituals, the self-confidence, and the new beginnings, there is one central idea that sums it all up: closing a cycle is an act of self-love.

Self-love means recognizing what we truly deserve: peace, dignity, growth, freedom. And closing a cycle is exactly that—choosing ourselves, even when letting go feels difficult.

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🌿 Why is closing a cycle an act of self-love?

Closing a cycle is much more than saying goodbye—it’s a conscious act of respect for yourself. It’s recognizing that some stages have fulfilled their purpose, and holding on to them artificially only keeps us from growing.

🔹 Because it frees us from unnecessary burdens.
It’s not fair to ourselves to keep carrying what no longer has life. By letting go, we release commitments, memories, or relationships that only weigh us down without adding value. Letting go isn’t losing—it’s caring for ourselves and regaining lightness.

🔹 Because it restores our energy.
When we release what was draining us, that energy flows back to us. We regain the strength to focus on what truly nourishes us: projects, relationships, and habits that bring real growth. Closing a cycle clears mental and emotional space for what truly matters.

🔹 Because it reconciles us with the past.
Closing a cycle doesn’t mean denying what we went through. On the contrary, it’s about looking back with gratitude for the lessons and forgiveness for the pain. That way, we let go without resentment, keep the good, and turn the difficult into wisdom.

🔹 Because it opens us to the new.
Every closure is also the opening of a door. By letting go of the old, we create space for life to surprise us with new opportunities, relationships, and experiences. Only those who dare to close are ready to welcome what’s next.

👉 In short: closing a cycle is an act of self-love because it allows us to care for ourselves, regain strength, heal, and grow.

🌱 To love is also to know how to say goodbye
Sometimes we think that loving ourselves only means taking care of the present. But it also means knowing when to say “this is enough” to what keeps us from growing. Closing a cycle is a gesture of respect for our own story—honoring what we lived, appreciating what we learned, and opening our hearts to what comes next.

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🌟Final Thoughts
Closing cycles is not a final goodbye to the past, but a wholehearted yes to the present and the future. It’s a reminder that we are worthy of a life filled with peace, fulfillment, and hope.

🌟 Remember: when you choose to close a cycle, you’re choosing to love yourself enough not to stay trapped in what has already ended. 🌟

With care,
Dr. Arturo José Sánchez Hernández, your friend in health promotion 💙

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